Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic salary (tailored directly to experience)
Location: Sittingbourne Area (Free secure on-site staff parking)
Hours: Monday – Friday (Standard Workshop Hours) | Strictly NO Weekend Working!
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Tired of Main Dealer Red Tape, Harsh Targets, and Weekend Shifts?
Join a highly respected, independent automotive specialist in Sittingbourne known across Swale for top-tier workmanship, customer honesty, and a friendly, down-to-earth workshop environment. We combine multi-brand variety and high technical standards with a supportive team culture where you are valued as a true professional, not just a number on a target board.
If you're looking for work-life balance, reliable base pay, and a clean, fully-equipped bay without corporate micromanagement, this is where you belong.
Why Join the Team? (The Perks)
- £35,000 – £45,000 Guaranteed Base Salary: Competitive, reliable pay dependent on your skill level and qualifications.
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100% Weekend-Free Schedule: Monday to Friday standard hours—strictly zero weekend work so your weekends remain entirely yours!
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28 Days Paid Holiday: Generous annual leave package so you can rest, recharge, and enjoy time off.
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Ongoing Skills Training: Dedicated support and funded training courses to keep your diagnostic and mechanical skills ahead of the curve.
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Free On-Site Staff Parking: Secure, hassle-free parking right outside the workshop.
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Company Pension Scheme: Secure pension contributions for long-term peace of mind.
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Great Workshop Environment: Work alongside a friendly, close-knit team with management that actually has your back.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out routine servicing, inspection checks, and vehicle maintenance across a diverse range of makes and models.
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Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
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Executing core mechanical repairs, including brakes, suspension, clutches, timing belts/chains, and steering setups.
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Preparing vehicles for MOT tests and rectifying failures.
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Maintaining a high standard of quality and safety across all completed repairs.
What We're Looking For
- NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or time-served equivalent).
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Proven hands-on workshop experience within an independent garage or dealership setting.
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Logical fault-finding capability, strong mechanical skills, and pride in clean, accurate work.
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Valid full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations
Conveniently located in Sittingbourne with fast, easy road links across Swale and Medway:
- Sittingbourne: Local
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Faversham: 12 mins
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Rainham & Gillingham: 12–15 mins
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Sheerness / Isle of Sheppey: 15 mins
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Maidstone: 20 mins
Apply Now (100% Confidential Guarantee)
Ready to join a respected local garage where your skills are appreciated and your weekends are protected? Click apply today to set up an informal, 100% confidential chat with our management team!
